In brief
A tragic accident unfolded in Dhaka, Bangladesh, as a military aircraft crashed into a school campus, leaving at least 19 dead and over 50 injured, according to local fire department officials.
A Bangladeshi military plane plummeted into the Milestone School in Dhaka around midday on Monday, leading to significant casualties among students and staff present at the scene. Brigadier General Muhammad Zahid Kamal, head of the country’s fire department, reported the devastating impact of the crash, which has shocked the nation.Emergency services swiftly responded, with dozens of ambulances arriving to transport the injured to a specialized burn treatment hospital nearby. The chaotic aftermath left many in distress, with parents rushing to the school to seek information about their children.As of now, there is no clear indication concerning the details surrounding the aircraft's failure, prompting investigations to determine the cause of this tragic event. Authorities are expected to continue sharing updates as the situation develops. This incident marks one of the most severe air disasters in the country's recent history and highlights ongoing safety concerns related to military aviation in Bangladesh.
